under pressure
Example Sentences
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Sales of traditional toys have been under pressure for years, driven by declining birthrates and a shift toward videogames and online games.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Tourism in the region has dried up, and investment is under pressure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
Bachelet, 74, has said the UN secretary-general should have the "moral voice" to lead, even under pressure from major powers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
That demeanour off the pitch was reflected in some brilliant performances on the pitch - great goals, leadership, flair, composure under pressure and more work off the ball than I've ever seen from him.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
He proved that he could stand up under pressure and in spite of the severe emotional strain he must have been under, he was able to pull it out.
From "Tears of a Tiger" by Sharon M. Draper
